A date we will never forget - September 11, 2001. Patriot Day is observed on September 11 of each year in memory of the 2,977 people killed in the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and aboard United Flight 93 near Shanksville, … [Read more...] about Patriot Day events in observance of 9/11 in Columbus
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Huge Amazon Labor Day Sale – see our favorite deals!
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Amazon is having a HUGE Labor Day Sale from August 26 - September 2, 2025. It's the perfect time to get those last remaining back to school/college items, updates for fall, and even early Christmas shopping! The sale covers a wide range of items, including clothing, personal care, … [Read more...] about Huge Amazon Labor Day Sale – see our favorite deals!
Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
It's the time of year to celebrate the Pawpaw! The what?! Pawpaws are Ohio's state fruit, and North America’s largest native edible fruit! It's little known fruit that is elusive, but prevalent. It has a tropical flavor, but is creamy. Pawpaws are a hidden gem that grow in Ohio's forests and … [Read more...] about Where to find Pawpaws: Ohio’s native fruit
Worthington Halloween Party: Halloween on Green (Oct 23)
The kids can take their Halloween costumes for a test drive at Halloween on the Green on Friday, October 23, 2026 with Worthington Parks & Recreation. Worthington Halloween on the Green Head to Worthington Village Green for some family-friendly Halloween fun. Kids can Trick or Treat … [Read more...] about Worthington Halloween Party: Halloween on Green (Oct 23)
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Johnson’s Real Ice Cream is marking 75 sweet years with a community celebration at its original Bexley shop (2728 E. Main St.) on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The anniversary event features a full day of family fun, live music, and plenty of ice cream - plus a discount at other … [Read more...] about Johnson’s Real Ice Cream 75th Anniversary Celebration
Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2025
Labor Day weekend signals the end of Summer for many. Pools close, school is in session, and its the last long weekend of summer. If you're more of a fall person (like me), it marks the start of our glorious fall season. Either way you look at it, it's cause for celebration. Labor … [Read more...] about Free and cheap things to do for Labor Day weekend in Columbus in 2025
The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Brutus, parade floats, and Buckeye pride will hit the streets on campus for The Ohio State Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 3, 2025! Check out the creative and fun floats, as they compete to win prize money. Check out all of the festivities for Ohio State Homecoming. Ohio State … [Read more...] about The Ohio State Homecoming Parade
Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
There's a lot going on this time of year: back-to-school, fall fun, and....Cones for the Cure! You can enjoy FREE Graeter's ice cream AND help find a cure for cancer with Graeter's and The Cure Starts Now. The annual Cones for the Cure campaign runs from September 4-14, 2025 to raise … [Read more...] about Free Ice Cream for a cause: Graeter’s Cones for the Cure Campaign
Worthington Historical Society Ghost Tours
The Worthington Historical Society maintains properties such as the Orange Johnson House, the Old Rectory, the Jeffers Mound, and hosts events through the year to educate and remember the town’s history. In addition to the preserving and maintaining the historical buildings, the society hosts … [Read more...] about Worthington Historical Society Ghost Tours
Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
Central Ohio has some amazing farms to visit in the fall for pumpkins, activities, and agri-tourism, and Van Buren Acres in Hebron is one of the best for fall and holiday farm fun! If you've driven east on Columbus on Rt. 70, you've probably seen this fun farm in the Columbus area. Van … [Read more...] about Fall fun on the Farm at Van Buren Acres
